Precor 300753-201 - Manual

Important Safety Instructions 5  Proper Location for Equipment  For all equipment other than treadmills: Locate at least 40 inches (1 meter) away from walls or furniture on either side of the equipment, and 40 inches (1 meter) away from objects behind the equipment.  For treadmills: Locate at lea...

6 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console  Use the equipment only for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by Precor. Such attachments may cause injuries.  Do not operate the equipment where aerosol (spray) products are being...

Important Safety Instructions 7 In accordance with the European WEEE Directive, electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) is to be collected separately and to be reused, recycled, or recovered at end of life. Users of EEE with the WEEE label per Annex IV of the WEEE Directive must not dispose of end...

8 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING Per FCC rules, changes o...

Important Safety Instructions 9 Electrical Recommendations: 120 V and 240 V Treadmills Note: This is a recommendation only. NEC (National Electric Code) guidelines or local region electric codes must be followed. You should have received a power cable that meets your local electrical code requiremen...

Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ................................................... 3 Safety Precautions .................................................................................3 Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal .................................... 6 Product Recycling...

Chapter 1 Getting Started The P20 console offers administrators and members the ability to set defaults that meet their specific needs. Activating the Console for Self-Powered Equipment Precor equipment is either self-powered or externally powered using an optional power adapter. Self-powered equipm...

14 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console Optional Use of the Power Adapter An optional AC power adapter provides sustained power to the equipment. This adapter allows you to change settings without having to pedal the equipment. To purchase the power adapter, contact your dealer. If you purchase...

Chapter 2 Setting Up the Console Use the System mode to configure settings in ways that benefit your users and your facility. The System menu is visible only to administrators and registered service technicians. Changes made to these settings are saved to the fitness equipment. The system settings a...

16 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console Identifying Parts of the Console The following diagram provides information about the console keys. The number and actions of the console keys may differ slightly depending on the type of equipment. Figure 4: P20 Console Display Note: Some equipment has b...

Setting Up the Console 17 Number Part Name Details Enter key Workout key Displays preset workouts Input Up key Use to navigate user menus Input Down key Use to navigate user menus GO key Use to begin your workout Reset key ( Pause/Reset on tread consoles) Intensity indicator Displays level of resist...

18 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console On self-powered equipment, the battery initializes when you begin working out. You must maintain a minimum rate of motion for the Welcome banner to appear. PEDAL FASTER (or the equivalent message depending on the equipment type) appears in the display whe...

Setting Up the Console 19 Event Log The software is able to detect a variety of events. The event log holds a maximum of 30 events. After the log reaches 30 events, older events are erased to make room for newer ones. Note: There is a shortcut for quick access to the Event Log report. From the Welco...

20 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console Event Number Description of Event 22 No motor pulses at start up 23 Motor pulses missing after start up 24 Reduce speed requested, speed is not reducing 26 Motor pulse width incorrect 27 Too much drive motor current 28 Temperature too high 29 Excessive AC...

Setting Up the Console 21 Lower Software Displays the software version (part number) of the motor drive unit. U-Base Software Displays the software version and part number of the upper unit application software. U-Boot Software Displays the software version and part number of the upper boot loader s...

22 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console To view the Club Settings menu: 1. Press the following keys in the order presented. Reset ( Pause/Reset on tread consoles) Enter Input Up Enter Programs Enter Input Up Enter Note: Only two seconds are allowed between keypresses. If a key is not pressed, t...

Setting Up the Console 23 Max Resistance (Bike, AMT) Select the maximum resistance that a user can program while using the equipment. Max Workout Time Set a maximum workout time per session. Choose a time limit between 1 and 90 minutes, or select No Limit if you do not want to set a workout time lim...

24 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console Safety Code (Treadmill) The Safety Code feature prevents use of the treadmill until a password is entered. Select Enable to use this feature and press the following keys in the order presented. Programs Enter Input Down Input Up When the safety code is en...

Chapter 3 Introducing Users to the P20 Console CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see your physician for a thorough physical examination. Seek advice from your physician to learn the target heart rate appropriate for your fitness level. The P20 console offers an easy-to-follow display an...

Introducing Users to the P20 Console 29 Using a Chest Strap Transmitter WARNING Signals used by the Chest Strap Transmitter (or heart rate strap) may interfere with pacemakers or other implanted devices. Consult your physician and the manufacturers of your Chest Strap Transmitter and implanted devic...

30 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console Using the Treadmill Safety Clip The treadmill is equipped with two different stop functions, which behave as follows: If the user … Then the treadmill belt … And the console … Presses down on the red STOP button Slows to a stop Shows that the exercise wor...

Introducing Users to the P20 Console 31 If the restart switch trips during exercise, perform the following steps: 1. Reattach the safety clip if necessary. 2. Press the restart switch down until it clicks, returning it to its normal position. Note: If the restart switch trips, all information about ...

32 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console If no user is detected after an additional 30 seconds, the console displays the message NO USER DETECTED, STOPPING IN 10 SECONDS as notification of the pending stop. During the display of this message, a ten second countdown begins. If a user does not ove...

Chapter 4 Starting a Workout CAUTION: If you are using a treadmill, be sure to attach the security clip to your clothing before starting your workout. The equipment is in the Welcome state when the words PRESS GO OR PROGRAMS TO START scroll across the scrolling text display area and the word WELCOME...

34 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console Starting a Preset Programmed Workout Preset workouts are a great way to tailor your workouts to your fitness goals, stay challenged, and add variety to your sessions. The P20 includes the following preset programs:  Manual  Interval 1-1  Interval 1-2 ...

Starting a Workout 35 To enter personal data: 1. On the Welcome screen, press Programs , then Enter . 2. Press the Input keys to change the default value. 3. Press Enter . The weight input screen displays. Press the Input keys to change the default value. 4. Press Enter . The age input screen displa...

36 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console Paused (Externally Powered Equipment) When you interrupt your workout, the words WORKOUT PAUSED - PRESS GO TO CONTINUE scroll across the text display. The accumulated metrics (Time, Calories, Distance, and Average Speed) hold their current values and do n...

Starting a Workout 37 Understanding Metrics Three different types of metrics are captured during a workout. Controlled Metrics Metrics that can be set and changed are:  Resistance Level (AMT, EFX, bike)  Speed (treadmill)  Incline (treadmill)  Steps/Minute (climber) Current Performance Metrics M...

Chapter 5 Programs Preset workouts are a great way to tailor your workouts to your fitness goals, stay challenged, and add variety to your sessions. In the following figures, the elevated areas show the work expenditure for each preset program. Manual In this program, resistance and speed changes ar...

40 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console Interval 1-1 and Interval 1-2 The Interval programs are primarily for conditioning your cardiovascular system. These programs are designed to raise and lower your heart rate in a repeating fashion for a user-defined period of time by alternating rest and ...

Programs 41 Basic Heart Rate Control This program computes your target heart rate based on the calculation, 60% of 220 minus your age. The equipment adjusts resistance and/or incline to maintain your target heart rate while you work out. When a heart rate signal is not received, a heart shape with a...

42 Operating and Maintaining the P20 Console Cross Country The purpose of the preset program is to simulate an outdoor running experience. In this case, you can change the overall profile or intensity of the program (resistance) at any time; however, you cannot change the shape of the preset "hi...

Chapter 6 Maintenance To keep the equipment functioning properly, perform the minor maintenance tasks in this section at the intervals suggested. Failure to maintain the equipment as described in this section could void the Precor Limited Warranty. DANGER To reduce the risk of electrical shock, alwa...

Assembling and Maintaining the EFX® 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer ™ Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE P.O. Box 7202 Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002 EFX 821 PAG/OM 300763-101 rev A 13 January 2011

6 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Educating Users Take time to educate users about the Important Safety Instructions found in both the User Reference Manual and Product Owner’s Manual . Explain to your club or facility patrons that they should observe the follo...

Important Safety Instructions 9 The grounding plug on a treadmill or power supply looks like the plug shown in one of the following two figures. The power outlet must have the same configuration as the plug. Important: Do not use any power cord adapter with this product. Figure 1: 120-volt, 20-amp p...

Chapter 2 Assembling the EFX WARNING You will need the assistance of two other people to assemble this unit. DO NOT attempt assembly by yourself . Important : The instructions in the following procedures are described from the perspective of a person standing directly in front of the equipment (that...

14 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer  Begin installation of all fasteners by hand, then partially tighten them. Do not fully tighten fasteners until instructed to do so. Important : When wrench-tightening the screws, make sure the head of the fastener is paralle...

Assembling the EFX 15 Required Tools  Wire tie cutter  Phillips-head screwdriver  Two ⁹⁄₁₆ -inch combination wrenches (open-end and box)  SAE Standard socket set Hardware Kit (not to scale) Table 1. Hardware Kit Fasteners Quantity Buttonhead screw (1-inch) 14 Washer ( ⁵⁄₁₆ -inch) 20 Socket head ...

18 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer 2. Attach both upright supports to the base frame using eight buttonhead screws, eight split washers, and eight washers. Finger tighten. Figure 4: Attaching the upright supports Installing the Display Console Mount 1. Ask your...

20 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Installing the Bottle Holder The bottle holder attaches to the right stationary arm handrail. To install the bottle holder: 1. Position the water bottle holder as shown and attach it to the right stationary handrail. Figure 7:...

Assembling the EFX 21 Installing the Handlebars CAUTION: Handlebars can swing and cause injury. Have your assistant hold the handlebar and gently lower it into a vertical position when the handlebar assembly is complete. To install the moving handlebars: 1. For proper alignment, rotate the pivot arm...

Assembling the EFX 23 Attaching the Caps and Upright Support Cover You will need the arm caps and foot covers to complete the following tasks. To attach the caps and upright support covers: 1. Align the cut-out inside the link arm cap with the link arm mounting hole. Apply pressure to the cap until ...

24 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer 4. Slide the covers down into the base mount. Secure each pair of covers using two self-tapping screws and a Phillips-head screwdriver. Figure 13: Attaching the pivot axle covers 5. Insert the two pivot axle covers and press f...

Assembling the EFX 25 Verifying that the Heart Rate Display is Operational To verify that the heart rate display is operational: 1. Hold on to a stationary handrail and step on the foot pedals. 2. When you are comfortably situated, begin pedaling. A pedaling speed above 40 strides per minute must be...

Chapter 3 Installing the Console To make installation easier, all Precor Experience Series consoles use the same mounting hardware and connector locations whenever possible. The installation sequence for any of them is as follows:  Threading the cable assembly  Connecting cables  Completing the i...

28 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Threading the Cable Assembly Earlier in the installation, you threaded the necessary cables through the frame of the base unit and out the passthrough opening in the console mount. As you line up the back plate on the console ...

Installing the Console 29 Connecting Cables After the console has been seated, separate the individual cables out of the end of the cable assembly and attach them to the appropriate circuit connectors inside the console. Refer to the following diagram and table to identify the cables and connectors....

30 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Completing the Console Installation Before you complete the final installation steps, double-check the connections you have made. Make sure that all cables are fully and securely connected, and that any unneeded cables are tie...

Chapter 4 Self-Powered Features On self-powered equipment, the system initializes and displays the Welcome screen when a user starts exercising. A minimum rate of motion must be maintained for the banner to appear, as shown in the following table. When a person meets the requirements, the power that...

32 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown The equipment saves its battery charge by moving into a shutdown mode. If the user does not maintain the minimum rate of motion, a 30-second shutdown process begins. In this mode, the c...

Self-Powered Features 33 Using the Optional Power Adapter After connecting the power adapter to the equipment, plug the opposite end into the appropriate power source (120 V or 240 V). CAUTION: When the optional power adapter is in use, make sure that the power supply cord does not create a safety h...

34 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Replacing the Battery The equipment’s battery is built to last for a long time. However, if you feel that the battery may need replacing, check with an authorized service technician. Refer to Obtaining Service . CAUTION: The b...

Chapter 5 Maintenance To keep the equipment functioning properly, perform the minor maintenance tasks in this section at the intervals shown on the maintenance checklist. Failure to maintain the equipment as described in this section could void the Precor Limited Warranty. DANGER To reduce the risk ...

36 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer CAUTION: Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions, particularly dilution instructions, before using any cleaner on Precor fitness equipment. Do not use concentrated cleaners at full strength, or acidic cleaners of any k...

Maintenance 37 7. Verify that the unit sits squarely on the floor. All of its feet should be touching the floor and the unit should not rock or wobble when in use. If not, re-level it as described in. Monthly Maintenance DANGER USE EXTREME CAUTION when the rear cover of any EFX is removed. Serious i...

Chapter 6 Commercial Cardiovascular Equipment Limited Warranty PLEASE READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR PRECOR INCORPORATED PRODUCT. BY USING THE EQUIPMENT, YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Limited Warranty. Precor Inco...

40 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Options / Accessories Many options or accessories have components that are connected internally or mounted inside the electronic console. The following guidelines determine the warranty for these components. If the internal co...

42 Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. PRECOR AND/OR ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT (INCLUDING WARRANTY), TORT (INCLUDING ACTIVE, PASSIVE, OR IMPUTED NEGLIGENCE AND...